Lemon registered a considerable increase in August due to its low production. The BCR estimated that since October the price will see a progressive decrease until the end of the year. Known HERE What is the price of citrus in the different regions of Peru.
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Since August 2023, the price of lemon has suffered a considerable increase and the situation worries the citizens of Lima and other regions of Peru. Citrus is one of the most important elements in our gastronomy and the low production has affected merchants. The main reason is the rains that occurred during the El Niño phenomenon. The president of the BCR, Julio Velarde, indicated that the trend of citrus price is downward and that in December the price would return to normal.
Price of lemon, TODAY October 7
Midagri explains the rise in lemon prices
Cesar Santiesteban, Director of the Directorate and Agricultural Statistics and Information, explained the reason why the precious citrus has increased.
Video: Facebook Midagri
Tumbes lemon producers did not receive attention from Dina Boluarte
The members of the Corazon de Jesús Lemon Tree Association of Tumbes expressed their indignation because President Dina Boluarte did not listen to their requests regarding the crisis in agriculture, especially in lemon production.
Photo: Andina
Low demand for Tumbes lemon reported in Lima markets
Juan Arica, president of the Corazón de Jesús Lemon Producers Association, in Tumbes, warned that there is little demand for lemon from Lima, due to the smuggling of Colombian citrus.
Lemon price in Tumbes remains high
Tumbes merchants report that the price of lemon remains at four small units for 2 soles and medium ones cost three for two soles.
“La Limonera” sector of Piura reports little lemon sales
The “La Limonera” sector, in Cieneguillo (Sullana), known for the great supply of lemon, reports low sales of citrus, due to the low production in the Chira valley.
Photo: The Republic
Piura lemon producers will lose 100,000 soles
The mayor of Tambogrande, Segundo Meléndez, warned that lemon producers in the San Lorenzo Valley will lose approximately 100,000 that they invested, given that only 5% of this product is reported to be produced.
Ceviche rises in price due to lemon shortage in Piura
In the different devicherias of Piura, the price of the flagship dish has increased for several weeks. For example, at the Pedrito cevichería, the cheapest ceviche plate cost S/15 and now it has gone up to S/4. The same happens with dishes that have lemon among their ingredients.
Photo: Peru Info
Average price of lemon according to Minagri at the national level
According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, at the national level, today, October 7, the price of lemon ranges between 45 soles per bag and 23 soles per box.
Photo: The Republic
The price of lemon in the wholesale market of Trujillo
Lemon sells between 9 to 15 soles per kilo in the La Hermelinda market in Trujillo. Prices vary according to the quality of the product.
Photo: courtesy
Will the price of lemon continue to rise?
The producer of the San Lorenzo Valley, Elmer Viera, said that if rains are recorded in 2024, the price of lemon will continue to increase.
Photo: The Republic
What risks does the entry of Colombian lemons bring?
The authorities have expressed concern that the entry of Colombian lemons could bring with them the yellow dragon plague, which would affect local producers. Photo: The Republic
Photo: LR
Price of lemon in Piura TODAY
The price of subtle lemon (bag) in Piura is being quoted at S/ 8.65 (retailers) according to the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri).
Photo: LR
Price of lemon in Lima TODAY
The price of the subtle lemon (box) in Lima is being quoted at S/ 15.53 according to the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri). Meanwhile, the subtle lemon (bag) is sold at S/ 14.32. (retail price)
Photo: LR
Lemon and tomato prices skyrocket in Cusco
The prices of essential products remain high in Cusco, such is the case of tomatoes, whose cost rose by up to 100%. The lemon also suffered a considerable increase compared to last week.
northern lemon
Before: S/ 12 – 14 per kilo
Now: S/ 13-18 per kilo
Tahitian lemon
It remains at S/ 10.00 kilo
Tomato
Before: S/ 2.50
Now: S/ 5.00
Photo: The Republic
Report: Luis Álvarez
How much does a kilo of lemon cost in Peru?
| Arequipa | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold between S/14 and S/17. While the Cusco lemon between S/10 to S/12. |
| Fist | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold at S/17. |
| Cusco | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold at S/14. |
| Piura | The price of the lemon quarter of 25 units is offered between S/15 and S/20. |
| Freedom | The price of a lemon quarter (25 units) is sold between S/18 and S/20 soles. |
| Lime | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold at S/17. |
| Junin | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold at S/18. |
| Ayacucho | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold at S/17. |
| Mother of God | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold at S/7. |
| Lambayeque | The price of a sack of lemon is offered at S/600. |
| Tarapoto | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold at S/12. |
| Tumbes | The price of a kilo of lemon is sold at S/10. |
Source: Larepublica
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